Small Cool 2010: Teresa's Neat in Neartown

What is your favorite element of your Small & Cool home?I love the use of color — blues and greens — against a white background. My collection of silk throw pillows in these colors enables me to unify the space. These color choices seem to evoke a sense of relaxation and peacefulness from visitors.

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What was one of the biggest challenges you faced in furnishing your Small Cool home? I had to pair everything down to elements that I love — whether it is for quality, color or function. I moved from a house to this apartment and I was forced to get rid of stuff! I continue to do that and I am amazed at how much can be done to improve function in each area while maintaining aesthetics. I get inspired by people living in extremely small spaces-under 250 square feet. I devour articles on this sort of thing.

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